WASCAL Cabo Verde

Happy Birthday, Sarah Santos!

On this special day, the WASCAL Cabo Verde team celebrates you and your achievements! As an alumna of the third batch of the WASCAL program, you are part of a growing network of change-makers dedicated to impactful research and innovation.

May this year bring you success, happiness, and new opportunities to shine. Keep inspiring, and may all your dreams come true!

Wishing you a Fantastic Birthday!

Universidade Técnica do Atlântico - UTA
Instituto de Engenharias e Ciências do Mar - UTA
Instituto de Ciências e Tecnologias Agrárias - ICTA

Happy Birthday, Prof. Dr. Martin Visbeck!

On behalf of the WASCAL Cabo Verde team, we extend our warmest wishes to you on this special day. Your dedication to Physical Oceanography and your leadership as Head of the Research Unit at GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel continue to inspire us. Your work is instrumental in advancing ocean research and sustainability, shaping a better future for our planet.

Wishing you good health, happiness, and continued success in your career and beyond!

Universidade Técnica do Atlântico - UTA
Instituto de Engenharias e Ciências do Mar - UTA
Instituto de Ciências e Tecnologias Agrárias - ICTA
Geomar Helmholtz-Zentrum für Ozeanforschung Kiel
UN Ocean Decade

2-Day Online Workshop on Atmosphere Monitoring Join online, on the 24 & 26 March 2025 featuring numerous studies and tutorials on the atmosphere.

Happy Birthday, Prof. Dr. Nilton do Rosário!

Today, we celebrate the birthday of our esteemed lecturer, Prof. Dr. Nilton do Rosário, from Cabo Verde, who is currently teaching at UNIFESP (Federal University of São Paulo, Brazil).

Since 2020, Prof. Nilton has been a cornerstone of the WASCAL Cabo Verde programme, enlightening and inspiring students through the Introduction to Earth Climate System module.

On this special day, we, the WASCAL Cabo Verde team, express our deepest gratitude for his dedication and invaluable contributions. We wish him a fantastic birthday filled with happiness, success, and many more accomplishments ahead!

Happy Birthday Prof. Dr. Nilton!

Universidade Técnica do Atlântico - UTA
Instituto de Engenharias e Ciências do Mar - UTA
Instituto de Ciências e Tecnologias Agrárias - ICTA

🚨FUNDING OPPORTUNITY: the Fondation BNP Paribas and are teaming up for a call for projects dedicated to ocean and coastal ecosystems!

Ocean acidification, coastal erosion, coastal artificialization, overfishing… Today, ocean and coastal ecosystems are seriously threatened and affected by human activities. Through this 6th edition of the “Climate & Biodiversity Initiative” programme, the BNP Paribas Foundation will support between 7 and 15 projects for a total amount of 7 million euros over 3 years.

Applications are open to European scientific research projects (basic and/or applied) focusing on climate and biodiversity related to ocean and coastal ecosystems.

👉Submit your proposal by 4 May 2025
🔗More info: https://ow.ly/fbhV50Vjcu9

𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲

The Fondation BNP Paribas and have joined forces to support projects focused on ocean and coastal ecosystems. European researchers, this is your chance to contribute solutions to critical challenges like ocean acidification, coastal erosion, and overfishing. With up to €7 million in funding available, between 7 to 15 projects will be selected under the “Climate & Biodiversity Initiative” programme.

📅 Deadline: Submit your proposals by 4 May 2025.
🔗 More details: https://ow.ly/fbhV50Vjcu9

Let’s protect and restore our precious marine environments! 🌎💙

Via UN Ocean Decade
Universidade Técnica do Atlântico - UTA
Instituto de Engenharias e Ciências do Mar - UTA
Instituto de Ciências e Tecnologias Agrárias - ICTA

🚨FUNDING OPPORTUNITY: the Fondation BNP Paribas and are teaming up for a call for projects dedicated to ocean and coastal ecosystems!

Ocean acidification, coastal erosion, coastal artificialization, overfishing… Today, ocean and coastal ecosystems are seriously threatened and affected by human activities. Through this 6th edition of the “Climate & Biodiversity Initiative” programme, the BNP Paribas Foundation will support between 7 and 15 projects for a total amount of 7 million euros over 3 years.

Applications are open to European scientific research projects (basic and/or applied) focusing on climate and biodiversity related to ocean and coastal ecosystems.

👉Submit your proposal by 4 May 2025
🔗More info: https://ow.ly/fbhV50Vjcu9

📢 Call for Applications: Ocean Capacity Exchange Shipboard Training 🚨

The Alfred Wegener Institute, Helmholtz Centre for Polar and Marine Research, in collaboration with POGO, The Nippon Foundation, University of Galway, and Trinity College Dublin, is organizing the fifth NoSoAT OceanCapX expedition aboard Germany’s largest research vessel, the RV Polarstern.

📅 Important Dates:

- Departure: November 13, 2025, from Bremerhaven, Germany

- Arrival: December 12, 2025, in Walvis Bay, Namibia

- Application Deadline: Extended to March 31, 2025

🎓 Opportunities Available:

- 20 trainee berths for postgraduate students (Master’s or PhD).

- 5 future trainer berths for those aspiring to lead future training programs.

Preference will be given to applicants from low-income countries. A pre-cruise workshop is also included, making this an incredible learning experience.

🌍 Join this unique expedition and contribute to global climate and marine science! For more information and application details, visit:

Spread the word and don’t miss this chance to be part of a groundbreaking scientific mission!



Via ECOP_Programme
Universidade Técnica do Atlântico - UTA
Instituto de Engenharias e Ciências do Mar - UTA
Instituto de Ciências e Tecnologias Agrárias - ICTA

📢 Call for Ocean Capacity Exchange Shipboard Training: Extended Deadline 31 March 2025 🚨

The Alfred Wegener Institute, Helmholtz Centre for Polar and Marine Research (AWI), with the support of the Partnership for Observation of the Global Ocean (POGO), The Nippon Foundation (NF), the University of Galway and the Chair of Climate Sciences, Trinity College Dublin, will conduct the fifth training expedition on board its RV Polarstern, Germany's largest research vessel.

The NoSoAT (North-South Atlantic Transect) OceanCapX (Ocean Capacity Exchange) expedition will depart from Bremerhaven, Germany, on 13 November 2025. Arrival in Walvis Bay, Namibia, is scheduled for 12 December 2025. A one-day pre-cruise workshop is included.

For the first time, in addition to 20 trainee berths, we will also be offering 5 berths for future trainers. Both opportunities are aimed at postgraduate students (Master’s or PhD) working in climate or marine science-related fields. Preference will be given to applicants from low-income countries. Link is in our bio or head to: www.awi.de/en/about-us/sites/helgoland/guest-research/training-capacityexchange-helgoland-sylt/nosoat.html (Photo: Alfred-Wegener-Institut / Lilian Krug)

Happy Birthday, Sandra Fernandes!
The WASCAL Cabo Verde team is celebrating you today! May this special day bring you joy, success, and countless blessings. Wishing you a year filled with new opportunities, great achievements, and happiness. Enjoy your day to the fullest!

Universidade Técnica do Atlântico - UTA
Instituto de Engenharias e Ciências do Mar - UTA
Instituto de Ciências e Tecnologias Agrárias - ICTA

𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 & 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐇𝐲𝐝𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐧!

Are you passionate about building a sustainable and innovative future?
Don’t miss this opportunity!
We’re looking for ideas and contributions to make a real difference in the field of Renewable Energies.

Theme: 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐇𝐲𝐝𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐧 (𝐈𝐌𝐏-𝐄𝐆𝐇)
Submission Deadline: 𝟑𝟎𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓
Learn more and sign up here: https://wascal.org/renewable-energies/

🌱 Let’s turn ideas into impactful actions and create a greener future together. Be part of the change!



Via WASCAL

******EXTENDED DEADLINE*******

You can apply for our NoSoAt OceanCapX until 31 March 2025.
20 trainees and 5 aspiring Junior Teachers will be selected for the shipboard training onboard the RV Polarstern. The expedition will depart on 13 November in Bremerhaven/Germany and arrive in Walvis Bay/Namibia on 12 December.
More info on requirements and scholarship and application at
https://www.awi.de/en/about-us/sites/helgoland/guest-research/training-capacityexchange-helgoland-sylt/nosoat.html

𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲: 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐇𝐎𝐑𝐄 @𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐞.𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥.𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲!

📚 Topic: Ocean Literacy and Funding Opportunities
🗓️ Date: March 20th
🕚 Time: 11:00am CET
👩‍💻 Format: Online

Event Highlights:

- Explore the principles of Ocean Literacy with Lisa Simone de Grunt;

- Gain valuable insights into initiatives and best practices for funding applications from Uroš Novak.

About the Event: This event is part of ’s Mission Oceans and Waters Helix, a global platform that fosters collaboration across academia, education, industry, and civil society to drive innovation for healthier oceans and waters.

Sign Up Now: https://events.crowdhelix.com/.../PromotingOc.../hotsite.php

We look forward to your participation!

Via Remedies
Universidade Técnica do Atlântico - UTA
Instituto de Engenharias e Ciências do Mar - UTA
Instituto de Ciências e Tecnologias Agrárias - ICTA

🌊 Join us for an insightful online event with the SHORE .school.community Community! 🌊

📚 Learn about Ocean Literacy and discover key funding opportunities to make it a reality.

Lisa Simone de Grunt will guide us through the principles of ocean literacy, while Uroš Novak will share valuable insights into initiatives and the best practices for funding applications.

This event supports ’s Mission Oceans and Waters Helix, an international platform aimed at fostering collaboration across academia, education, industry, and civil society to drive innovation for healthier oceans and waters.

🗓️ March 20th
🕚 11:00am CET
👩‍💻 Online

Sign up now:
https://events.crowdhelix.com/en/Crowdhelix-1734471120/PromotingOceanLiteracyandthefundingsourcestomakeit/hotsite.php